DRA 222 - Performing Shakespeare

1. Classify the genres of plays from Shakespeare’s canon
   1. Comprehend the scope of Shakespeare’s plays
   2. Identify characteristics of the three primary genres
2. Integrate understanding of likely original performance practices of actors in Shakespeare’s plays
   1. Examine Shakespeare’s plays within the context of their intended audiences
   2. Characterize the benefits of original practice methodology for actors
3. Examine how fundamental acting skills apply to performance of Shakespeare
   1. Characterize terminology used in effective, fundamental acting on stage
   2. Apply effective fundamental acting terminology to Shakespearean plays
4. Interpret Shakespeare’s writing for effective performances
   1. Demonstrate an ability to apply scansion specific to Shakespearean plays
   2. Develop an ability to score Shakespeare’s text with attention to effective use of punctuation on stage
   3. Generate an ability to consistently determine the meaning of Shakespeare’s language
   4. Distinguish what makes Shakespearean language heightened
5. Perform scenes from plays by William Shakespeare
   1. Incorporate the use of the language into effective acting on stage
   2. Produce contemporary truthful behavior within Shakespeare’s imaginary circumstances
6. Assess the effectiveness of work performed in class
   1. Evaluate the effectiveness of one’s own work as it relates to an effective portrayal of truthful behavior within imaginary circumstances specific to Shakespeare
   2. Develop an ability to constructively receive feedback